Software andamp; Application Security Lead Permanent | Hybrid (UK - a few visits per month) | Up to £84,000We''re partnered with a modern, forward-thinking professional services firm that''s putting security at the heart of everything they build. As part of their growing technology function, they''re looking for a Software andamp; Application Security Lead to take the lead in shaping how security is Embedded into every stage of their digital product journey.This is a role with real influence - you''ll help define the software security strategy, guide engineers on best practice, and ensure the products they deliver are secure by design. You''ll work closely with developers, architects, and business stakeholders to create an environment where secure coding and proactive risk management come naturally.What you''ll be doingYou''ll play a leading role in driving a security-first culture across agile product teams, defining and delivering a clear application security strategy that aligns with business goals. Working hand-in-hand with developers, you''ll weave security seamlessly into the software development life cycle - from designing controls and integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines to supporting vulnerability management and remediation. Acting as the go-to expert for secure design, threat modelling, and compliance, you''ll make sure teams have the knowledge, tools, and confidence to build securely from the start. Alongside this, you''ll maintain clear documentation and provi